The reign of Jeroboam
So J[eh]oash slept with his fathers, and Jeroboam sat on his throne; and Joash was buried in Samaria with the kings of Israel. (2KI 13:13) In the fifteenth y..., spanning 40 years associated with Jeroboam.
Description
So J[eh]oash slept with his fathers, and Jeroboam sat on his throne; and Joash was buried in Samaria with the kings of Israel. (2KI 13:13) In the fifteenth year of Amaziah the son of Joash king of Judah, Jeroboam the son of Joash king of Israel became king in Samaria, and reigned forty-one years. (2KI 14:23)
Details
- Type
- Reign
- Person
- Jeroboam
- Start
- ~835 BC(3169 AH)
- End
- ~795 BC(3209 AH)
- Duration
- 40 years
- Start Reference
- 2KI 15:1
- End Reference
- 2KI 14:23
Notes
Shulman, p124
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did The reign of Jeroboam occur in Bible history?
The reign of Jeroboam occurred approximately ~835 BC to ~795 BC. This is 3169–3209 AH (Anno Hominis — years from Creation using the Ussher chronology, where Year 1 = ~4004 BC). This period lasted 40 years.
What does “AH” mean in Bible chronology?
AH stands for “Anno Hominis” (Year of Man), a chronological system that counts years from Creation. Under the Ussher chronology, Year 1 AH corresponds to approximately 4004 BC.